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     • WHALE RIDER is set in a Māori community in New Zealand.
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   Is the Whale Rider based on a true story?

   • The film is based on “The Whale Rider” by New Zealand author Witi Ihimaera, who is the first-ever published Māori novelist. He was inspired to write the novel by his two young daughters, who felt disheartened that many movies they saw showed strong boys and more reliant girls. Ihimaera also served as an executive producer for the film adaptation.

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   Is White Rider based on a true story?

   • Based on the novel by Witi Ihimaera, WHALE RIDER – adapted and directed by Niki Caro – tells the story of a spirited, young Māori girl, Paikea (Keisha Castle-Hughes), who challenges her grandfather and over a thousand years of tradition to become the next leader of her tribe. DID YOU KNOW?

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   Where does 'Whale Rider' take place?

   • The film takes place in the fictional village of Whangara, located in New Zealand. The stunning landscapes and seascapes of New Zealand serve as a backdrop for the story. “Whale Rider” explores themes of feminism, the power of belief, and the strength of the human spirit.

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   Who directed Whale Rider?

   • Whale Rider was directed by Niki Caro, a talented filmmaker from New Zealand. Her sensitive direction brought the story to life and captured the essence of Maori traditions. 3. Who played the lead character in Whale Rider?

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   May 17, 2024 · Is Whale Rider based on a true story? No, Whale Rider is not based on a true story. However, it is inspired by the novel of the same name written by Witi Ihimaera, which explores Maori culture and mythology.

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   Jun 6, 2003 · Grant Roa. Uncle Rawiri Apirana. Watchlist. In Theaters At Home TV Shows. Advertise With Us. Only males are allowed to ascend to chiefdom in a Maori tribe in New Zealand. This ancient custom is...

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   • Director: Niki Caro

   • Content Rating: PG-13
   • Actors: Keisha Castle-Hughes

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   Jun 29, 2020 · Vincent Greene takes a look at the stunning 2002 New-Zealand movie Whale Rider, directed by Niki Caro, starring Keisha Castle-Hughes.

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   Jun 6, 2003 · Whale Rider is a film about a young girl named Paikea who struggles to be taken seriously by her grandfather. It is a highly emotional and gripping story which has you at the edge of your seat from start to finish. It is set in Whandara, New Zealand. It is based on the legend of Paikea and it shows us how the Maori tradition works and operates.

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   • Director: Niki Caro

   • Content Rating: PG-13

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   8 Videos. 83 Photos. Drama Family. A contemporary story of love, rejection and triumph as a young Maori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize. Director. Niki Caro. Writers. Niki Caro. Witi Ihimaera. Stars. Keisha Castle-Hughes. Rawiri Paratene. Vicky Haughton. See production info at IMDbPro. STREAMING. +3.

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   Nov 12, 2020 · The film is based on “The Whale Rider” by New Zealand author Witi Ihimaera, who is the first-ever published Māori novelist. He was inspired to write the novel by his two young daughters, who felt disheartened that many movies they saw showed strong boys and more reliant girls.

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    Parents need to know that Whale Rider is a New Zealand coming-of-age film based on a book by Witi Ihimaera and features Māori leads. The film has some intense moments, including the deaths of whales and young characters learning fighting techniques, but nothing bloody is shown.